English (The Mismeasure of Man)
37 flashcards · English · by lakesare
The perspicuous design of the user interface made it easy for even inexperienced users to navigate the software.
Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid. Based on Latin perspicere, meaning "to see through," so that which is perspicuous is clear and understandable.
According to Cox, an absence of documented childhood precocity indicates a humdrum life not worth writing about, not an extraordinary giftedness that no one bothered to record.
Boring, mundane, or uninteresting.
She managed to finagle a spot on the guest list for the exclusive party.
To achieve or obtain something through clever or unscrupulous methods, especially by manipulating or deceiving others
It behooves me to apologize for my behavior.
To be necessary or proper for (someone) to do something
He was forced to recant his controversial statements after public backlash.
To publicly retract or disavow a previously held belief or statement The word recant comes from the Latin word "recantare," which means "to sing back." It was originally used in reference to singing a song backwards, but it eventually came to be used more broadly to mean "to take back" or "to retract." It has been in use in English since the 16th century and is still commonly used today.
He apologized with an abjectness rarely encountered in scientific literature.
A state of shame or disgrace. Russian: унизительное положение 2. полное безнадежное состояние 3. полное беспомощное состояние
She spoke in the vernacular of her hometown, which was difficult for outsiders to understand.
The native language or dialect of a particular place or group of people.
The paltriness of the reward for winning the competition was disappointing.
The quality or state of being small, petty, or insignificant.
The hatched lines on the map indicated areas that were under construction.
To make (a line) by drawing closely spaced parallel lines.
The boss chided the employee for not meeting the deadline.
Scold, or express strong disapproval or criticism.
The argot of criminals, a language of their own with high levels of onomatopoeia.
Specialized vocabulary or set of terms used by a particular group or subculture, typically to communicate secretly or to exclude outsiders from understanding. Argot is often used by people who are part of a particular profession, trade, or social group, and it can include words, phrases, and slang that are specific to that group. Russian: жаргон.
"The Mismeasure of Man" is an intended double entendre, not a vestige of unthinking sexism.
A trace of something that is disappearing or no longer exists. (similar to vestigial)
The athlete's congenital speed and agility made him a standout player on the team.
Having a particular trait from birth or by firmly established habit. Russian: врожденный.
The athlete was acquitted of doping charges after it was discovered that the positive test result was caused by a contaminated supplement.
Found not guilty of a crime or offense that one has been accused of. Russian: оправдан.
The politician abjured her previous support for the policy, saying that she now believed it was wrong.
Reject something completely and publicly, often in a formal or ceremonial way.
The teacher upbraided the student for not paying attention in class.
To criticize or scold someone severely, especially for a fault or mistake.
The IQ scores are a practical device, they do not buttress any theory of intellect.
Support that is built onto the side of a building or other structure to give it additional support or stability.
The political party was an amalgam of different ideologies and interests.
Mixture or combination of different elements or substances.
The doctor gave the patient an admonition to take their medication as prescribed.
A warning or cautionary advice given to someone in order to correct a mistake or prevent future problems. Typically given in a gentle or friendly way, but it is meant to be taken seriously and heeded as a cautionary warning.
Visually imagine an edifice.
Large, impressive building. From the Latin "aedificium," which means "building" or "structure."
The party turned into a scene of complete mayhem when a group of rowdy attendees started a food fight.
Situation characterized by confusion and disorder. It can refer to a violent disturbance or chaos, or more generally to any situation in which there is a lack of control or order.
The hikers were undaunted by the steep and treacherous trail, determined to reach the summit of the mountain.
Not discouraged or intimidated by difficulty, danger, or opposition.
The city was home to a motley mix of cultures and languages, with people from all walks of life living and working together.
Incongruously varied in appearance or character; disparate.
The essay was a gallimaufry of unrelated ideas.
A jumbled or confused mixture Russian: галиматья This word has French roots, with "galimatias" meaning "nonsense" or "jumble" and "maufry" being a variant of "mixture." It first appeared in English in the 16th century.
The judge ruled that the best way to distribute the assets of the deceased was by hotchpot, as it would ensure an equal distribution among all of the heirs.
Stew pot A legal term used in property law to describe the mixing and dividing of property among heirs or beneficiaries This word comes from the Old French word "hochepot," which means "stew pot."
What are these called?
Simile. A figure of speech that compares two things using the words "like" or "as". This word comes from the Latin "similis," which means "similar." It was first used in English in the 16th century.
The ineluctability of the laws of physics means that we cannot defy them or bend them to our will.
The quality or state of being inescapable or unavoidable. Russian: неизбежность
He was able to thwart the thief's attempt to steal his wallet.
To prevent someone from achieving something, especially by acting in opposition to them or their plans. Russian: сбить с толку, обезвредить
Prima facie?
(Latin) At first sight. Latin expression meaning at first sight or based on first impression.
Visually imagine a catechism.
A summary of the principles of Christian religion in the form of questions and answers, used for the instruction of Christians. Russian: катехизис.
Visually imagine a hallmark.
A mark stamped on articles of gold, silver, or platinum, certifying their standard of purity. A distinctive characteristic, feature, or attribute that is a typical or reliable indication of the quality or origin of something.
The singer interspersed her hits with a few lesser-known songs from her earlier albums.
To insert or mix something among other things in a scattered or irregular manner.
She decided to eschew alcohol and tobacco in order to improve her health.
To avoid or abstain from something, often because it is considered undesirable or harmful. Russian: избегать
She was shunned by her community for engaging in fornication.
Sexual activity outside of marriage, especially between unmarried people.
She gave him a lascivious look and he knew she was interested.
Characterized by or showing strong or uncontrolled sexual desire or inclination. Russian: развратный
Visually imagine: perspicuous design VS conspicuous apple.
perspicuous design Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid. Based on Latin perspicere, meaning "to see through," so that which is perspicuous is clear and understandable.conspicuous apple Standing out so as to be clearly visible.
Give a translation into russian: abjure recant
abjure - отрекаться (stronger!) recant - отзывать Abjure means to formally reject or renounce something, often a belief or statement. Recant means to withdraw or take back a previous statement or belief. Both words suggest a rejection of something previously held to be true, but abjure implies a stronger or more formal renunciation.